der Automatismus
Translation
automatism, automatic process, reflex
Examples
Beim Autofahren werden viele Handlungen zum Automatismus.
When driving a car, many actions become an automatism.
Er erledigt seine Arbeit mit einem gewissen Automatismus.
He does his work with a certain automatism.
Grammar Patterns
to become an ((automatism)) Many actions become an automatism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Reflex, Routine, Gewohnheit
Etymology
From 'Automat' (automaton) and the suffix '-ismus', which indicates a system or condition, similar to '-ism' in English.
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of the English word 'automatism'. Think of an 'automatic' process.